Couple charged with murder in disappearance of Heather Elvis
SOCASTEE, S.C. - Authorities have charged a Myrtle Beach, S.C. couple with
murder and kidnapping in the case of a missing 20-year-old woman whose body has
not been found.
The Moorers were initially taken into custody in connection with the case Friday, Crimesider reported. They were
charged with indecent exposure and obstruction of justice in the disappearance
of Elvis, who was last seen in December.
Attorneys said to be representing the couple did not immediately return messages Monday. Rhodes said they would be in court next during the week of March 17.
Federal, state and local police on Friday searched the Moorer’s home and seized two trucks, reports The State newspaper.
Elvis’ case has received widespread media attention and a large-scale volunteer effort was launched to search for her.